Experience

Kansas State University Foundation

• United States
• Fundraising
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Development Officer

  • Jun 2023 - Present



KAW VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education

• School Principal

  • Jun 2016 - Jun 2023

  As the Head Principal of Rossville Jr./Sr. High I have built the unique ability to find a multitude of ways to manage numerous projects, incentives, personnel, parents, community members, and our youth. I have created a network of teams and programs, managing them to reach their maximum potential for continual maximum growth. •Commanded “Kansans Can” redesign project, increasing personalized learning and resulting in full KESA accreditation. •Directed the overall function of a 7-12 grade building with over 270 students and 50 faculty members resulting in 99% 5-year graduation average rates.•Captained building improvement committees and projects, resulting in a Post-Secondary success rate of 73%.•Conducted staff recruitment, development, and evaluation leading to an average of 8.5 years of dedication to our building. Show less

• Social Studies Teacher/Coach

  • Aug 2013 - Aug 2016

  •Conceptualized high-level, research-based, student-centered engaging lessons.•Developed lessons based on the creation of projects and deep analysis of the subject matter.•3 years Head Track Coach, 7-year Assistant Coach in Football, Basketball & Track.•Social Studies PLC team leader



Air National Guard

• United States
• Armed Forces
• 700 & Above Employee

• Master Sergeant Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge of Medical Readiness/Medical Exercise Team Chief

  • Jun 2015 - Jun 2018

  Through 14 years of Military service, I instilled and incorporated the core values of the Air Force, "Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All that we do. I incorporated these into both my Military and personal life. Through the military, I learned the art forms of teamwork, selflessness, dedication to the mission, leadership, and leadership development. •Devised and executed readiness exercises, training plans, and continuing education for deployment readiness requirements resulting in an Individual Medical Readiness ranking of third in the nation.•Coordinated Home Station Annual Training event, resulting in 50 hours of professional development, 24 hours of Reserve Skills Verification, and 75 hours of training modules being trained with a completion rate of 98% for personnel. •Captained Readiness Office team in charge of curriculum planning for addressing all training needs and training calendar for 184th MDG members in coordination with AFI requirements. Show less

• First Sergeant (Alternate)

  • Jan 2016 - Dec 2016

  •Advisor to the commander on all issues related to the enlisted force•General supervision over 184th Medical Group enlisted personnel•Assisted in completing awards and decorations for deserving personnel •Assisted in punitive actions and/or decisions to include Letters of Counseling, Letters of Reprimand, and demotions when necessary

• Unit Career Advisor

  • Jul 2013 - Jul 2016

  •Conducted initial, mid-term, and Expiration Term of Service interviews which provided data that improved retention by 15%.•Mediated relationships between enlisted members, their supervisors, and/or the commander. •Addressed job-related complaints and issues that would hinder the retention of quality service members.

• Medical Administration Work Area Supervisor

  • Jun 2007 - Jun 2016

  •Led medical administration programs and procedures.•Established and executed mass physical procedures in which over 1500 personnel were seen, leading to a top 5 nationally medically qualified/cleared Air Force Wing.

• Fuels Maintenance

  • Jun 2004 - Jun 2007

  •Maintained and operated fuel trucks for servicing aircraft.•Maintained accounting for fuel supply operations.



Geary County USD 475

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Social Studies Teacher/Coach

  • Aug 2010 - May 2013

  •Conceptualized high-level, research-based, student-centered engaging lessons. •Developed lessons based on the creation of projects and deep analysis of the subject matter. •3 years assistant track and football coach •Conceptualized high-level, research-based, student-centered engaging lessons. •Developed lessons based on the creation of projects and deep analysis of the subject matter. •3 years assistant track and football coach